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Originating in Europe. Native Common Alder is a fast growing and hardy tree, particularly useful in windbreak planting, roadsides and wet soils. Height up to 20 m. Tolerates moist soils and temporary flooding, deep brown bark and large oval leaves. The tree produces numerous catakins that remain on branches throughout the autumn and winter. Wind resistant, great resilience when cutting back. Crown elongated-ovate.

Alnus glutinosa - Common Alder

SKU: 0005
£106.33Price
  • Features Catakins, Seed Pods, Winter Interest, Dark Bark
    Uses Exposed Sites, Woodlands, Wet Soils, Shading
    Soil Tolerates Wet and Dry Soils
    Growth Rate Moderate/Fast
    Tolerance to Wind, Drought, Waterlogging
    Type Deciduous, Medium Sized Leaf
    Common Names  Common Alder
    Mature Size Large
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